fleeting
Example Sentences
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In fleeting moments, when the blimp would begin to budge, you could almost hear faint cheers for stronger gusts.
From Los Angeles Times
But some commentators said it was "tone deaf" for celebrities to be taking part in such a fleeting and expensive trip at a time of economic struggle.
From BBC
The effects of fume events are often fleeting, mild or present no symptoms at all.
They have had fleeting chances to get on top and beat Australia.
From BBC
The most fleeting occupant of the Celtic manager's job in the club's storied history lasted eight months.
From BBC
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